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Acura 3.2 TL Type-S: 2002 Acura 3.2 TL type-s. Left it at

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2002 Acura 3.2 TL type-s. Left it at airport for 3 days. came back to caution light on, VSA and check engine. when I drove it was jerking and couldn't get into 3rd gear. pulled over turned it off for 5 minutes. drove fine after that, but all the lights still on. went away again for 2 days again and started it with the same issues, where the gears were not shifting smooth. Also, at stop lights is just died on me. a few computer codes have read ECM?PCM failure. should I buy a used ECU computer?? my mechanic is saying they are $600. please help!

Don't buy anything until we figure out what the cause of the problem is . 1st step is to visit any autoparts store and have them scan the computer for check engine light codes. Let me know what code(s) there are and I will assist further.

Wait 10 seconds . Is DTC P1607 indicated? YES - Substitute a known-good PCM and recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away, replace the original PCM. NO - Intermittent failure, system is OK at this time.

- Well, I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but yes, you are going to need a new PCM. The part number is 37820PXGA52 and retails for $1,360.23 for a brand new one, but you can buy it from www.parts.com for $938.56

- You may be better off buying an used one for the price. Either way, you will need to have it programmed at a dealer after replacing.

Replaced the computer, programmed it and its fine. however the caution light and VSA light remain on. Had my mechanic check all ABS sensors and steering wheel because he got a code 84-01. now he thinks I need a new ABS module????

ECM/ECU computer replaced. all is working fine. however my radio is locked and the code that normally works does not to unlock radio. Do I need the radio code from the donor car that I got the ECM/ECU computer from????

Honestly, I don't know. I have never run into this being my field experience was at dealerships, and have never installed a used computer before. If the code for your radio is not working, than it is a good possibility that you will need the donor car's code. You should be able to get the VIN from the donor vehicle, and take that to your local dealer and have them look it up. Also, check out the below website, you should be able to get in touch w/ a representative at Honda to get the code.

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